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System-on-Chip (SoC) Lead

Advanced Micro Devices
Full-time
Remote friendly (Vancouver, Canada)
Worldwide
Level - Mid-Career

Company Overview

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is a company focused on building innovative products to enhance computing experiences across various domains such as AI, data centers, gaming, and embedded systems.

Role Summary

The System-on-Chip (SoC) Lead is responsible for developing micro-architecture specifications and refining guidance for advanced chip designs. This position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, application of standard tools, and engagement in project success across various design dimensions.

Experience Level

This position demands experience in Computer Architecture, Digital Logic Design, Verification, and related engineering fields, suitable for candidates with a strong foundation and motivation to learn.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyze micro-architecture specifications to deeply understand new project features.
  • Automate inefficient execution flows through scripting after gathering necessary data structures.
  • Design and evaluate full chip floorplans, taking behavioral and physical design factors into account.
  • Create detailed documentation of tasks and provide training to team members.
  • Adapt quickly to project changes and re-align tasks accordingly.
  • Develop and modify scripts (like csh, Perl, Python, or Ruby) to facilitate automation tasks.
  • Investigate pre-silicon execution methods to aid methodology improvement.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a strong grasp of Digital Logic Design, Static Timing Analysis, and Power optimization techniques. Experience with both Verilog or SystemVerilog and UVM is preferred. Scripting skills in Perl, Tcl, Ruby, or Python are essential, alongside excellent communication and analytical abilities. The role requires independent problem-solving as well as effective teamwork.

Education Requirements

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline is required.